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Brian Kroshus

Republican candidate for Tax Commissioner, North Dakota · Incumbent

North Dakota Tax Commissioner (incumbent)

Brian Kroshus is a Republican who has been North Dakota's Tax Commissioner since January 2022. Gov. Doug Burgum appointed him in late 2021, and he won a full term in the November 2022 election. He announced on January 28, 2026 that he would run again and appears on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot against Mark Nelson (Democratic-NPL).

Where Kroshus stands

Priorities for the office

Says his priorities as tax commissioner are a fiscally responsible government, effectively representing citizens, and transparency and fairness.

Role of government

Says he believes in limited government, conservative values and respecting citizens' rights, and in applying those ideals to how government works.

Economic development

Says he will work to foster public-private partnerships, support business development and drive long-term economic growth to create jobs.

Property tax relief / Primary Residence Credit

Points to his office's new online application portal for the Primary Residence Credit as an achievement. He appeared with Gov. Armstrong and legislative leaders to highlight the $1,600 credit.

Background

• North Dakota Tax Commissioner, appointed late 2021; took office January 4, 2022; elected November 2022
• North Dakota Public Service Commission member, 2017–2022 (appointed 2017; elected 2018; reelected 2020); chair 2019–2020
• Publisher of the Bismarck Tribune, 2005–2015
• Division leader and executive team member at Lee Enterprises, including publisher of Lee Agri-Media (Farm & Ranch Guide)
• Education: B.S., North Dakota State University
• Born in Fargo, North Dakota

Also running for Tax Commissioner

• Mark Nelson Democratic-NPL

Sources

• Kroshus campaign website
• Ballotpedia: Brian Kroshus
• Minot Daily News: Tax Commissioner announces reelection campaign (Jan 2026)
• KVRR: North Dakota tax commissioner announces run for reelection
• North Dakota Monitor: statewide incumbents running for reelection
• North Dakota Monitor 2026 general election voter guide (lists Kroshus and Nelson)
• Grand Forks Herald/Wahpeton Daily News: candidates certified for statewide offices
• Wikipedia: Brian Kroshus

Last researched October 23, 2026. Written in neutral language from the sources above. Spot an error? See how to report it.